John Paul I Catholic School, Edmonton
Mr. Galdamez’s Grade Six Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the stories and the discussion that followed each one. The students had a lot of questions that lead to research. Students took interest in each other’s pets and regularly asked or checked-in on each other. Students also became interested in different animal […]
Our Lady of Assumption School, Lethbridge
Mrs. Nemecek’s Grade Two Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students read the stories: Max Talks to Me, Kamik an Inuit Puppy Story, Not Norman, and The Bug Girl. Good job, Grade 2!
Woodbine School, Calgary
Ms. Fornier’s Grade Two Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the stories and the discussion and activities that followed each book. The Bug Girl was a big hit! Students could relate because it was about a girl their age. Students talked about their individual interests and pursing them. Then students created a […]
Sweet Grass School, Edmonton
Mrs. Rincon’s Grade Three Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the stories and the discussion and activities that followed each book! Great job, Grade 3!
Wembley Elementary School, Wembley
Mr. Beauvais’s Grade Three Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the books and were able to share their ideas and thoughts about animals, caring and empathy through class discussion after each story. Students had to critically think while playing the ‘Which Animal Would You Adopt?” game, to determine strengths and challenges to […]
Wembley Elementary School Wembley
Miss Lavalley’s Grade Three Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the stories and the discussion and activities that followed each book. The discussion was focused on empathy and responsible pet ownership. Students were able to connect their lives with certain characters from the books! Way to go, Grade 3!
Westmount Charter Elementary School, Calgary
Twenty-two students participated in the AnimalTales program with Ms. Hamilton. In small groups of two or three, the students would read Tails Are Not for Pulling and then participate in a discussion around caring for animals (and people) and how to properly greet a dog. Way to go, students!
St. Clare School, Calgary
Mrs. Petrillo’s Grade Five Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the stories and the discussion and activities that followed each one. Through the class discussion the students displaying compassion, empathy and respect for animals. Way to go, Grade 5!
Clairmont Community School, Clairmont
Mrs. Bruce’s Grade Three Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the books and the discussion and activities that followed each story. After reading Buddy Unchained, the students became empathetic to Buddy’s previous poor situation. The students talked about helping animals in need – rather than doing nothing. Way to go Grade 3!
Michael A. Kostek School, Edmonton
Mrs. Szawlowski’s Grade Five Class participated in the AnimalTales program. The students enjoyed the stories and the discussions that followed each one. Students shared what responsible pet ownership looks like, and came to the conclusion that having a pet is a big commitment! Way to go, Grade 5!